We’re back to bring you another fresh round up of coin collecting news and articles from around the internet! First, a new US Mint sales report shows which numismatic products have been selling fastest. Also, the Royal Canadian Mint’s coins for the wedding of Price William and Kate Middleton, Royal Wedding coins from other mints, high price realized for Islamic gold coin, Jefferson Nickels, Stack’s-Bowers auction results, the French Mint, 19th century proof gold coins, Form 1099 update, and notable auctions. On to the links…
The latest report of US Mint numismatic sales includes the debut figures for two products, the 2011 Native American Dollar rolls and Andrew Johnson Presidential Dollar coin cover.
The Royal Canadian Mint has unveiled their coins for the Royal Wedding. The silver coin includes a sapphire colored crystal.
MetaCoin has a summary of the 22 products, distinct coins, and packaging that various world mints have issued (so far) for the Royal Engagement and Wedding.
An Islamic gold coin sold for £3.7 million, making it the second most expensive coin ever auctioned, behind the 1933 Double Eagle. The coin was originally expected to bring £300,000-400,000.
An excellent Numismaster article on the Jefferson Nickel, covering its early popularity, the design by Felix Schlag, and later developments in the series.
An ancient coin found by a fisherman led an exploration company to the discovery of the oldest colonial shipwreck in the Caribbean.
Greg Reynolds discusses some of the copper and silver coins that were sold at the first live auction conducted by Stack’s-Bowers.
The French Mint saw sales from collector coins rise 46% compared to last year, driven by a growing selection of gold and silver coins.
A discussion of how 19th century proof gold coins are graded differently than business strikes.
Congress has passed legislation to repeal the expanded Form 1099 reporting requirements. The bill now awaits the president’s signature.
And now for some notable auctions. First, a 2008 Martin Van Buren Presidential Dollar missing the edge lettering. The mint error is authenticated by NGC and graded MS 66.
Next, a collection of Seated Liberty Dimes, which includes 82 different dates and varieties of the series.
Last, the popular 1937-D Three Legged Buffalo Nickel graded NGC AU 58, with some attractive toning.
That’s it for another update. See you next time!
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